Bangladesh defeats Pakistan by 11 runs in 1st ODI of 2026 series

Bangladesh secured a narrow 11‑run victory over Pakistan in the first One‑Day International of the 2026 tour, posting 290/5 before limiting Pakistan to 279 all out [2]. The win gave Bangladesh an early series lead after a rain‑affected second ODI that Pakistan had won via the DLS method.

Key takeaways

• Bangladesh chased down 291 with five wickets in hand, finishing at 290/5 in the allotted 50 overs [2].
• Pakistan were bowled out for 279 in 49.6 overs, falling short by 11 runs [2].
• The toss saw Pakistan elect to bowl first at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka [2].
• The series so far includes a rain‑shortened second ODI won by Pakistan (128‑run DLS win) and a first ODI win for Bangladesh by eight wickets [2].

Opening ODI: Bangladesh’s tight chase

Batting first, Pakistan set a target of 291 runs, but their innings collapsed at 279/10, with the final wicket falling at 49.6 overs [2]. Bangladesh’s reply was anchored by a steady partnership that saw them reach 290/5 exactly at the 50‑over mark, securing the win by a slim margin of 11 runs. The match was played at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, where the home side benefited from familiar conditions and crowd support.

Series context and previous matches

The series began with a low‑scoring first ODI where Bangladesh chased down 115 runs with eight wickets in hand [2]. The second ODI was interrupted by rain, and Pakistan were awarded a 128‑run victory under the DLS method [2]. These results set a competitive tone, with both teams having tasted victory before the decisive third match. The narrow win in the third ODI underscores Bangladesh’s resilience and ability to chase under pressure.

Why it matters

Bangladesh’s win narrows the series gap and puts them in a strong position to claim the series, especially after the rain‑affected loss in the second ODI. For Pakistan, the defeat highlights challenges in their batting lineup when facing disciplined bowling on sub‑continental pitches. The outcome also influences team morale and selection decisions ahead of the remaining fixtures in the tour.